Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Langley BC (CBT) helps transform negative thoughts into more positive ones.
CBT can lead to lasting change.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy also referred to as CBT, is an evidence-based psychological treatment proven to be effective through rigorous scientific research, meaning it has been proven to work.
Research has shown that CBT is an effective treatment for a wide range of problems including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, chronic pain, disordered eating, low self-esteem, anger problems and addiction. More specifically, CBT has been shown to be effective in the management of anxiety and depression and is as (if not more) effective as treatment with medication alone
More information on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- CBT is skill-based, which involves learning new sets of skills to promote change and positive coping, as well as reduce negative thoughts, uncomfortable feelings and behaviours, based on a fundamental principle that thoughts (cognitions) cause our feelings and behaviours.
- This therapy new ways of thinking to help think in a more balanced way by correcting problematic underlying thoughts and related behaviours.
- CBT is very instructive and emphasizes getting better through teaching clients self-counselling and self-management skills.
- It focuses on setting specific goals and learning skills to work toward them through taking the necessary steps.
- CBT teaches skills to help you relax, feel more in control and deal with uncomfortable feelings.
- People learn to approach situations and effectively manage situations that may be previously difficult or challenging situations, causing negative emotions or reactions.
- This therapy enables active participation of clients through homework, which is a key component, so that new skills are practised and applied to life/situations.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is effectively used with adults, teens/youth as well as children
For children and teens, parents can help by supporting their children with the learned skills. At Darcy Bailey & Associates, our therapists are experienced in working with children and teens and may utilize additional creative strategies and therapies to maximize engagement with children and teens.
Our therapists will also counsel parents on the information, skills and strategies used with their kids so they too are able to support and contribute to their child’s overall wellness.
